Mr Appliance
Mr. Appliance franchises offer appliance installation, repair, sales, and dryer vent cleaning services to residential and commercial customers. Known for reliable home service solutions, Mr. Appliance operates in the appliance repair and maintenance sector.
Mr Appliance franchise FAQ
How much does it cost to open one — the total initial investment?
The total initial investment necessary to begin operation of a Mr. Appliance® franchise ranges from $147,750 to $273,175, which includes a mandatory payment of $65,000 to the franchisor and affiliate [p.2]. This cost does not include additional territory fees or other expenses such as personal living expenses, ongoing working capital requirements, or costs related to attending the Reunion [p.43].
What is the initial franchise fee?
The initial franchise fee is based on a per capita price of $0.425 with a minimum territory population of 150,000, which equals $63,750 (the Minimum Initial Franchise Fee). Additional territory beyond this can be purchased at $425 for each additional 1,000 in population [p.24]. However, as of the information provided on page 315, no initial franchise fee is due upon execution of the Agreement under Section 8.A.
What are the ongoing royalty and advertising fees?
This isn't specified in the excerpts. The provided FDD excerpts discuss synthetic royalties and master license fees paid by related parties to the company or its subsidiaries, as well as MAP (Marketing, Advertising, and Promotion) fund contributions and expenditures managed by the Manager. However, specific details about ongoing royalty and advertising fees paid directly by franchisees are not included in these excerpts.
How long is the initial franchise agreement, and can I renew it?
The initial franchise agreement does not specify an initial term length. However, you may renew your license for one renewal term of 10 years under certain conditions, including being in good standing and paying a $5,000 renewal fee [p.100].
Can I sell or transfer my franchise, and what does that require?
According to the FDD, you cannot freely sell or transfer your franchise without good cause as determined by the franchisor. [p.6] Good cause includes but is not limited to specific reasons identified by the franchisor. This means any potential sale or transfer would need approval from the franchisor based on their criteria for 'good cause'.
On what grounds can the franchisor terminate the agreement?
The franchisor, PROTRADENET, can terminate the agreement at any time, with or without cause, for any reason whatsoever by providing written notice of intent to terminate. Additionally, termination can occur if the franchisee is in default of their Franchise Agreement with the franchisor or fails to comply with specified terms and conditions [p.321].
What financial requirements — net worth and liquid capital — do I need to qualify?
This isn't specified in the excerpts.
Do I get an exclusive or protected territory?
No, you do not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, Mr. Appliance-owned outlets, or other competitive brands [p.65]. However, if you comply with your Franchise Agreement, the company will not operate another Mr. Appliance franchise in your designated territory during the term of your agreement [p.65].
What training and ongoing support does the franchisor provide?
The franchisor provides initial Phase I and Phase II training at their offices in Waco, Texas, or via webinar/video conferencing. After completing these phases, franchisees attend field training by visiting an existing franchised business for 1 to 5 days (which can also be done remotely/virtually). Ongoing support is provided by ZorWare through telephone and internet during their normal business hours, with potential changes in the amount and types of support or fees. [p.77] mentions that financial performance information may include actual records from existing outlets if available. However, specific details on ongoing training beyond initial phases are not detailed in these excerpts.
How many franchised outlets are there, and how many have closed or been terminated?
As of December 31, 2025, there were 262 ShelfGenie franchised outlets in operation [p.15]. For Mr. Appliance, 311 franchised businesses were in operation, but this includes some that did not report data for the entire reporting period due to opening or transferring during it [p.78]. The number of closed or terminated outlets is not directly specified in these excerpts; however, 13 franchised businesses that closed during the Reporting Period are excluded from Item 19's count [p.78]. This isn't specified in the excerpts.
Does the franchisor share any financial performance or earnings information?
The franchisor may provide actual records of an existing outlet if purchased, and can supplement the information in Item 19 with possible performance at a particular location or under specific circumstances. However, other than this, the franchisor does not make any financial performance representations and does not authorize its employees or representatives to do so either orally or in writing [p.79].
What am I restricted to selling, and where must I buy supplies?
You are not specifically restricted to selling any particular items; however, the franchise agreement may prohibit you from operating a similar business during the term of the franchise. Additionally, you may have to buy or lease certain items from the franchisor or a limited group of suppliers designated by them [p.4]. This could potentially result in higher costs for supplies compared to purchasing them independently [p.4].